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UNTHSC TCOM (DO) Medical School

2027 Entry Requirements & Interview Format

University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine is a US DO program in Fort Worth, TX that takes 2027-entry applications through AACOMAS. Its published class profile lists a median MCAT of 511 (range 506–515), a median GPA of 3.83, a 10.0% acceptance rate and a class of 230. The school holds multiple mini interviews (MMI): August 2026–December 2026 (TMDSAS cycle).

Location
Fort Worth, TX, United States
Established
1970
Interviews (2027 entry)
August 2026–December 2026 (TMDSAS cycle)
Decisions (2027 entry)
TMDSAS Match (with rolling pre-match offers)
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UNTHSC TCOM (DO) — The University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth

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Overview

About UNTHSC TCOM (DO)

The University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNTHSC TCOM) was founded in 1970. It is the first osteopathic medical school established in Texas, and one of the largest DO programs in the country by class size.

It sits in Fort Worth, and became a state-supported school under the University of North Texas system in 1975. TCOM trains osteopathic physicians with a strong emphasis on primary care and service to Texas communities. It uses the Texas-specific TMDSAS application system.

What makes UNTHSC TCOM (DO) different

TMDSAS application (not AACOMAS) — Texas public schools use TMDSAS, making TCOM administratively distinct from most DO programs. TCOM is the oldest DO school in Texas (founded 1970) and among the largest nationally by class size (~230). State law reserves at least 90% of seats for Texas residents, making it one of the most in-state-focused DO schools.

Neither Casper nor AAMC PREview is required.

UNTHSC TCOM (DO) course & teaching

Integrated curriculum. 4-year DO curriculum with osteopathic manipulative medicine integrated throughout. Years 1–2 at the Fort Worth campus; Years 3–4 clinical rotations at affiliated hospitals and community sites across Texas. TCOM has a long-established clinical network as one of the oldest and largest DO schools.

UNTHSC TCOM (DO) research strengths

UNTHSC TCOM (DO) is strong in these research areas:

  • Osteopathic manipulative medicine
  • Aging and Alzheimer's disease
  • Primary care and community health
  • Physiology and cardiovascular research

How the UNTHSC TCOM (DO) interview runs

Format: MMI (multiple mini-interview), conducted virtually

UNTHSC TCOM conducts a virtual Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) at its Fort Worth campus. Applicants rotate through timed scenario stations assessing communication, ethical reasoning, and commitment to Texas community health. As a Texas public DO school using TMDSAS, interviewers probe osteopathic philosophy, DO shadowing, and commitment to serving Texas — particularly rural and underserved communities.

Strong in-state preference means interviews are predominantly with Texas residents.

UNTHSC TCOM (DO) intake

Approximately 230 students per year (one of the largest DO class sizes in the US).

Where UNTHSC TCOM (DO) is

University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine was founded in 1970 and is based in Fort Worth, TX.

Programmes offered:

  • Primary Care
  • Family Medicine
  • Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
  • Rural and Community Health
  • Geriatrics
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UNTHSC TCOM (DO) at a glance

University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine Medicine — 2027 entry at a glance
MCAT / GPA (medians)511 · 3.83 (MCAT range 506–515)
Acceptance rate10.0%
Class size230
In-state matriculants93.6%
Interview formatMultiple mini interviews (MMI)
IntakeApproximately 230 students per year (one of the largest DO class sizes in the US)
University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine Medicine admissions profile — 2027 entry
Admission overviewBachelor's degree and MCAT required. Texas public DO school — applications via TMDSAS (Texas Medical and Dental Schools Application Service), not AACOMAS. Casper and AAMC PREview are NOT required. Very strong in-state preference; state law requires at least 90% of seats be filled by Texas residents. DO shadowing and commitment to Texas community health strongly valued.
MCAT median511 (range 506–515)
GPA median3.83 overall / 3.78 science (BCPM)
Acceptance rate10.0%
Class size230
In-state preferenceStrong — primarily in-state
In-state matriculants93.6%
CASPerNot required
AAMC PREviewNot required
Holistic review emphasisOsteopathic philosophy, Texas community-health commitment, DO shadowing, Texas residency.
NotesIn-state share, entering-class size and mean MCAT verified 2026-09-12 against the AACOM ChooseDO directory (figures for the academic year ending 2026). The MCAT figure is the MEAN published by AACOM for the entering class, not a median, because AACOM does not publish a median. GPA, acceptance rate and any range remain unverified estimates.
Specialities offeredPrimary Care, Family Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Rural and Community Health, Geriatrics

MCAT, GPA, acceptance-rate and class-size figures are taken from University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine's published admissions data. Class profiles are republished each year — confirm which entering class these numbers describe before you rely on them.

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How UNTHSC TCOM (DO) interviews applicants

University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine Medicine interview — 2027 entry
FormatMMI (multiple mini-interview), conducted virtually
Interview window (2027 entry)August 2026–December 2026 (TMDSAS cycle)
Decision date (2027 entry)TMDSAS Match (with rolling pre-match offers)
Post-interview chancesApproximately 30–45% post-interview for Texas residents (estimated).
Tutor insight
TMDSAS submission is mandatory — out-of-state applicants are very rarely accepted and should generally not prioritize TCOM without Texas residency. For Texas residents, prepare for the virtual MMI with structured 2-minute-read / responses to ethical and situational stations, and note the TMDSAS personal statement differs from AACOMAS. Demonstrate genuine commitment to Texas community and primary care. Do not spend time preparing Casper — TCOM does not require it.
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Where UNTHSC TCOM (DO)'s figures come from

Compiled from University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine's published admissions material and checked for internal consistency. Not independently re-checked against the school's own website for 2027 entry — confirm the figures with the school before you rely on them.

UNTHSC TCOM (DO) — official course page →Entry requirements, interview format and deadlines published by the school itself. The primary source for everything on this page.UNTHSC TCOM (DO) — published admissions data →The class profile and admissions statistics this record's MCAT, GPA, acceptance-rate and class-size figures were taken from.
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UNTHSC TCOM (DO) — frequently asked questions

UNTHSC TCOM (DO) matriculants have a median MCAT of 511. The middle range of matriculants is 506–515. US schools publish medians rather than cut-offs, and committees review holistically — the MCAT is weighed alongside GPA, clinical and research experience, letters of recommendation and secondary essays.

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